APOLLO I

Astondoa96m7 guests4 cabins

Astondoa · Mediterranean · France · Italy · Malta · Monaco · Amalfi Coast · Corsica · French Riviera · Ibiza · Sardinia · The Balearics

Overview

APOLLO I yacht charter in Mediterranean

A APOLLO I charter is strongest when the yacht choice is tied to the route. For larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting, the useful question is how a flagship charter mood built around privacy, hosting, and status fits Balearic weather windows, lunch stops, and the right balance between open-water cruising and calm anchorages and whether the yacht is not forced into a rushed sightseeing loop.

Astondoa96m7 guests4 cabins

Charter fit

How to use APOLLO I

APOLLO I is best considered for larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting, with a flagship charter mood built around privacy, hosting, and status. The useful planning angle is a high-service event charter, not a generic yacht-listing comparison.

Shortlist logic

Why this yacht belongs in the conversation

APOLLO I should make the shortlist when the brief needs a high-service event charter around Mediterranean and Ibiza. The decision should weigh 96'7 / 29.45m, 7 guests, 4 cabins, 2002 against route timing and guest flow.

Best use
a high-service event charter
Guest profile
7 guests; larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting
Route style
Ibiza, Formentera, and sunset anchorages; strongest when the yacht is not forced into a rushed sightseeing loop
Port logic
decide early between Ibiza social energy, Formentera water, Mallorca comfort, or Menorca calm
Compare by
check whether the yacht is being shortlisted for its real fit or only for its headline specs
Watch-out
availability, cruising area, and APA assumptions should be checked before presenting APOLLO I as confirmed

When this yacht makes sense

APOLLO I suits larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting when the brief is a high-service event charter. The 7 guests profile gives enough structure to plan the guest list early. 4 cabins also makes overnight suitability easier to judge.

Where to use it

Mediterranean can work well for APOLLO I, but the route needs discipline. The best plan keeps the day focused instead of trying to collect too many stops, especially when the yacht is not forced into a rushed sightseeing loop.

Season and booking notes

Season matters because berth pressure, weather windows, and guest expectations change the charter. May to October, with July and August best handled through early routing and clear guest plans. A useful shortlist should also explain why check whether the yacht is being shortlisted for its real fit or only for its headline specs.

Life on board

a flagship charter mood built around privacy, hosting, and status. The onboard setup should be reviewed against the route before the day is confirmed. This is where a broker note is more useful than a raw specification list.

Compare before booking

Do not compare APOLLO I on price alone. The stronger comparison is whether another yacht makes Ibiza, Formentera, and sunset anchorages easier, gives the group a better deck rhythm, or solves a port constraint more cleanly.

What to verify

A good recommendation for APOLLO I should include one reason to choose it and one condition to verify. That keeps the page useful for real charter planning instead of becoming another listing entry.

Technical profile

Specifications

Builder
Astondoa
Model
95 GLX
Built / refit
2002
Length
96'7 / 29.45m
Beam
20'8 / 6.3m
Draft
6' / 1.82m
Cruising speed
16 Knots
Guests
7
Cabins
4
Crew
4

Profile

About APOLLO I

Overview

The 29.44m/96'7" 'Apollo I' (ex. Astondoa) motor yacht built by the Spanish shipyard Astondoa is available for charter for up to 7 guests in 4 cabins. This yacht features interior styling by Italian designer Nuvolari Lenard. Built in 2002, Apollo I is the ideal luxury yacht for kicking back and relaxing whilst on charter, showcasing clever use of space with an artful combination of integrated systems and luxurious features, she's a crowd-pleaser for sure.

Performance Range

Built with a GRP hull and GRP superstructure, she has impressive speed and great efficiency thanks to her planing hull. Powered by 3 x MAN engines, she comfortably cruises at 16 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 31 knots. Based in the magical waters of the Mediterranean all year round Apollo I is ready for your next luxury yacht charter. Let Apollo I Discover the magical places, food and experiences of the the Mediterranean. Apollo I is a unique motor yacht and the ideal platform for an adventure charter that will guarantee unforgettable memories.

Guest Accommodation

Apollo I offers guest accommodation for up to 7 guests in 4 suites.

Onboard

Experience

Special features

  • Voluminous sundeck that features 2 c-shaped sofas
  • Sundeck bar
  • Light-filled interiors
  • Stunning classic profile

Commercial

Rates and seasons

Summer Season

€49,000 p/week + expenses Approx $57,500

Mediterranean · France · Italy · Malta · Monaco · Amalfi Coast · Corsica · French Riviera · Ibiza · Sardinia · The Balearics

Winter Season

€49,000 p/week + expenses Approx $57,500

Mediterranean · France · Italy · Malta · Monaco · Amalfi Coast · Corsica · French Riviera · Ibiza · Sardinia · The Balearics

Cruising

Regions

Mediterranean · France · Italy · Malta · Monaco · Amalfi Coast · Corsica · French Riviera · Ibiza · Sardinia · The Balearics

Planning notes

Before you request dates

  • Confirm whether APOLLO I's 7 guests profile fits the full party.
  • Check whether APOLLO I's 4 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
  • Match the first route draft to Ibiza, Formentera, and sunset anchorages.
  • Ask why APOLLO I beats the nearest alternative for a high-service event charter.
  • Confirm the port plan: decide early between Ibiza social energy, Formentera water, Mallorca comfort, or Menorca calm.
  • For APOLLO I, include boarding point, must-do stops, and whether the route should stay focused on Mediterranean and Ibiza.

FAQ

APOLLO I charter questions

Is APOLLO I a good fit for Mediterranean?

Yes, if the route is planned around Balearic weather windows, lunch stops, and the right balance between open-water cruising and calm anchorages. The broker should confirm dates, boarding point, guest count, and cruising area before treating it as available.

Who should consider APOLLO I?

APOLLO I is strongest for larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting. The final recommendation depends on how the cabins, crew setup, and Mediterranean and Ibiza timing fit the brief.

What should I send before requesting APOLLO I?

For APOLLO I, share the date window, boarding point, day or overnight format, and how formal the onboard service should feel.

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  • Corporate groups want written timing, access and service expectations before deposit.

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